2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1955 Studebaker President State
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Studebaker President State. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Studebaker President State would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1955 Studebaker President State. (174 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Studebaker President State. (353 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Studebaker President State.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1955 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Studebaker |
| Model | CL | President State |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3070 mm |
